Tuesday, July 9, 2013

A VISIT TO A RELIGIOUS ARTS WORKSHOP


The town of Paete in the province of Laguna is very famous for its wood carvers.  Many religious statues are done here as well.  I paid a visit to one such workshop on a recent visit to the Philippines.


Padre Pio is pretty much in demand here.  That's him in the back, still lacking a head and hands.


Etching the elaborate designs of Padre Pio's traditional Roman chasuble.


He has a handsome head and proper vestments, but I guess the hands come last.


Rows and rows of miniature Madonna and Child.


Ever wonder where many statues of St. Pedro Calungsod come from?

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